AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoConsumer Mood: The University of Michigan’s final September reading shows U.S. consumer sentiment sliding to 48.1, with expectations and personal-finance views weakening as high prices and tariff worries bite. Household Costs: Diesel is averaging about $6.50 a gallon, squeezing schools, farmers, and small businesses; one Georgia food bank says it’ll spend an extra $100,000 on fuel. Retirement Impact: A bigger Social Security COLA is expected next month, with estimates pointing to the largest hike since 2023. Telecom Retention: T-Mobile is planning new free perks after recent wireless changes that could push more customers to switch. Retail & IP: Crocs sues Five Below over $7 “Juniors Charm Clog” products, alleging patent and trademark infringement. Legal/Markets: New York’s lawsuit against Polymarket seeks billions, arguing the prediction market is operating like unlicensed gambling. Energy & Trade: U.S. auto ties with Canada are fraying as tariffs cut the share of U.S.-built cars sold in Canada, raising pressure on American automakers. Tech & Data Safety: UpGuard reports thousands of Supabase-hosted databases exposing sensitive info online, highlighting consumer-facing privacy risks.
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